Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Title: Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Burlington

Client Name: CP - STEM Diverse Talent Solutions - Silfab

Domain: Manufacturing/Industrial/Production/Machinery

Location: USA - Burlington

Salary: USD 100, ,000

Experience: Years

Citizen: US Citizen or GreenCard Holder

Summary of Position  

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the development, optimization, and ongoing support of manufacturing processes within our solar module production operations. This role is essential for driving, improving, and sustaining equipment efficiency, product quality, and maximizing manufacturing line throughput and productivity. The manager will also be responsible for continuous development of the PFMEA, VSMs, and Standard Work Instruction.

This role involves managing teams, developing strategies to improve productivity, and collaborating with other departments to optimize manufacturing operations. They are responsible for everything from hiring and training staff to overseeing project budgets and ensuring quality standards are met.

Must Haves

• Bachelor's Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering) — strongly preferred
• 3+ years leadership experience in fast-paced, automated manufacturing (not food/beverage)
• Proven process optimization and continuous improvement success (quantifiable results preferred)
• Hands-on understanding of:
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Process Capability Analysis
• VSM / Lean tools
• Foundational understanding of PLC programming, automation troubleshooting, HMIs, PFDs
• Ability to lead young engineers — coaching, developing, and influencing through change
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent experience (highly valued)
• Excellent communication skills — articulate, composed under pressure
• Strong mix of mechanical and electrical knowledge

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Supervisory and leadership duties:

• Hiring, training, and managing manufacturing engineering staff, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Mentoring, coaching and supporting career development of direct reports
• Strong communication skills within the department and with other business units, local, corporate and other plants nationwide.

Process Development and improvement:

• Developing, implementing, improving and sustaining manufacturing processes, procedures, and standards to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Responsible for developing and continuous improvement to the PFMEA and VSMs for the product and manufacturing lines.
• Identify and implement kaizen projects to improve productivity & efficiency.
• Support the production team with data and analysis toward resolving other issues including those outside of engineering scope.
• Hands-on root cause analysis on production, engineering, equipment, and maintenance issues.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles to enhance overall operational performance.
• Work as a liaison between the New Product Development Team and operations on the implementation of new and future products. Responsible for transforming NPIs from R&D phase into production phase, complying with project gate process.

Project Management:

• Managing manufacturing engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring projects are on time and within budget.
• Support the quotation of machinery or equipment required for the processes.
• Project Management: Developing timelines, budgets, and scope of work for projects.
• Projects and process improvements (implementation, analysis, and process improvements)
• Support Equipment Runoff @ OEM
• Collaborating with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables
• PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables
• Support Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement
• Actively participate in meetings with the plants to support and meet the project deliverables.
• Support all sites with troubleshooting activities, provide solutions and support for process concerns or improvement.
• Automation troubleshooting, new equipment installation and modifications.
• Ensure equipment and systems comply with relevant standards and legislation.
• Establish equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors.
• Develop and lead trial runs at all sites.